A complete and rare issue of The Illustrated London News magazine dated September 1, 1849 comprising 8 pages (16 sides) and featuring numerous early engravings throughout with fascinating text - see scans. At this time Queen Victoria was visiting Balmoral , her Scottish residence (see cover) and the first railway bridge at Barnes had been completed (back page). The opening ceremony of the Paris Peace Conference officiated by Victor Hugo is also illustrated - see scans

Good condition - one tear affects the Liverpool Music Festival - see scans. Red tax stamp for authenticity. Page size 11 x 16 inches

These are original antique engravings (176 years) and not reproductions . Great collectors item for the historian offered at a very modest price. See more of these in Seller's Other Items which can be combined for postage at no extra cost.